New Year's Run - Ottawa
Embark on a healthy and invigorating start to the New Year with the 41st annual Running Room New Year's Run! Kick off the year on the right foot by either establishing or maintaining an active lifestyle through this long-standing tradition. This annual run takes place in various communities nationwide, encouraging individuals to embrace a fitness-focused beginning to the year. Lace up your running shoes, join the community, and make a positive stride towards a healthier and more active lifestyle. Fundraising proceeds will support the Children's Miracle Network hospitals in each event city.
Join us whether you're a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to celebrate with family and friends.
All 5K participants receive a New Years Run Souvenir and a finishers medal. Souvenir Item TBA.
Each 1K runner will receive a Finishers Medal. 1K participants must be under 12 years old.
The Running Room Events Team is excited to announce that we will host in-person events in select cities in 2026. If you can't attend in person, don’t worry—we also offer a virtual option.
Registration fees Spots remaining: 175
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5km Spots remaining: 125
Price changes in 8 days 19 hours-
Each 5K participant will receive a Souvenir and a Finishers' Medal.
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Register for 5km$56.71
Special Rate
Now registering Sept 1 – Sept 15 -
$62.15
Early
Sept 16 – Oct 1 -
$67.60
Regular
Oct 2 – Nov 15 -
$73.05
Late
Nov 16 – Jan 6
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1K Spots remaining: 25
Each 1K participant will receive a Finishers' Medal.
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Register for 1K$13.14Sept 1 - Jan 7
5K Virtual Spots remaining: 25
Price changes in 8 days 19 hours-
Each 5K virtual runner will receive a Souvenir and a Finishers Medal that will be shipped for an additional fee of $13.99 per registration. *We do not ship outside of Canada.
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Register for 5K Virtual$66.50
Special Rate!
Now registering Sept 1 – Sept 15 -
$71.95
Early
Sept 16 – Oct 1 -
$77.40
Regular
Oct 2 – Nov 15 -
$82.84
Late
Nov 16 – Jan 6
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Event schedule
- Sun, January 11, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 1K
- Sun, January 11, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 5K
Contact information
- Event contact
- Rose Parent
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